EXCURSIONS

1. The Legendary Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat – Undisputedly the largest religious building in the world is truly breathtaking. A massive three level temple mountain style structure dominated by five central towers.

This legendary site was built in the early 12th century by King Suryavarman II as a temple city. Surrounded by a 200 meter wide moat, the site is roughly 2kms across and 2.5kms long with the central building covering about 1km square.

Entry Tickets can be purchase in advance or on day of travel;

One day – USD $37 per person

Two day (with optional 3rd day free) – USD $62 per person

Your Tuk Tuk & driver – The Small Circuit – $15 (per Tuk Tuk)

Your Tuk Tuk $ driver – The Grand Circuit – $20 (per Tuk Tuk)

‘The Small Circuit’ – 17 kms

The Small Circuit takes in several of the major and minor temples in the area. Beginning at Angkor Wat and running for seventeen kilometers the circuit takes in the major elements of Angkor Thom, Ta Phrohm, and Banteay Kdei, plus some of the minor but interesting temples such as the Baphoun, The Terrace of the Leper King, The Terrace of the Elephants, the Twelve Prasats, Spean Thma and Sras Srang before returning to Angkor Wat.

The Angkor Small Circuit will take a full day to complete, with plenty to see and do. All of the ancient ruins are located within the Angkor Archaeological Park which is only a short 6 kilometer ride by Tuk Tuk from Siem Reap. There are plenty of little local shops and vendors along the Small Circuit to purhase food, snacks, fresh fruit and cold bottles of water.

‘The Grand Circuit’ – 26 kms

The twenty-six kilometer Grand Circuit is an extension on the little circuit but taking in Preah Khan, Preah Neak Pean to the Eastern Mebon and the various monuments like Ta Som, Preah Rup, before returning to Angkor Wat and is highly recommended for anyone spending three or more days in the complex. The Big Circuit encompasses a good representation of the rich variety of architecture here.

We recommend departing the hotel around 7.30-8.00am for both The Small & The Grand Circuits.

2. Green Gecko Community Project

Community Support Project

Only 5 minutes walk from the hotel is the Australian founded community project “Green Gecko”.

A daily tour is provided by the resident children, from 9.30am to 10.30am

THE GREEN GECKO PROJECT

…Suggested “Wish List” Items…

To support this inspiring story, suggested donation items can be made in person during your visit;

Bandages, band aids, alcohol swabs and Betadine

Shoes… Shoes & shoes!

Cotton pyjamas (boys and girls)

Shampoo

Laundry powder

Electrolyte sachets (available from any pharmacy)

Soap

Toothpaste

Dish washing liquid, sponges / cloths

Bicycle helmets

School backpacks or bags

Large kramas (checkered traditional sarongs)

Whiteboard markers

A4 white office paper

Bathroom cleaner

Medical gloves

3. White Terrace Photographer’s Countryside Expose

Departing from the hotel anytime you like, Tuk Tuk drivers Mr Rath or Mr San take you out into the nearby countryside for your photographic expose’.

This is an “off the beaten track” (completely non-tourist route)….. along rural trails witnessing the landscape, farmers, fisherman & wildlife….as natural as it gets.

When you see a scene or subject to photograph…. your driver stops & starts at your request.

Recommended duration: 2-3 hours

Per Tuk Tuk USD $15

Includes; Tuk Tuk & driver / cold bottled water / unique locations

4. The Floating Village

So you’ve seen Angkor and are now wondering what else to do in Siem Reap. “Go visit the Floating village” is the most common answer you’ll get from fellow visitors, tuk-tuk drivers and travel agents alike. And we agree! Going through an authentic Siem Reap floating village is a real treat for those who have never seen similar things before. However, the quality of your experience will largely depend on which floating village you go to. In this post, we’ll review the three main floating villages around Siem Reap and explain why Kampong Khleang is our favorite.

5. The Cambodian PHARE Circus

Uniquely Cambodian. Daringly Modern.

In February 2013 Phare, The Cambodian Circus performed its first show in Siem Reap. Since then, we have grown to be one of the top attractions in the city, with nightly indoor performances under our signature red big top.

Phare shows are unlike any in the world: dance, theater, original live music and breathtaking circus arts are used to tell uniquely Cambodian stories, both traditional and modern.

6. Bambu – Cambodian Puppet Show

Bambu Stage is a platform for performing arts in Cambodia— a performance venue with daily shows, a workshop space for Cambodian puppeteers, and a gathering space for artists and art lovers. We operate as a social enterprise and collaborate closely with NGOs, other social enterprises, and ethical businesses in the community.

7. Cambodian Quad Bike

Cambodia Quad Bike is located in Siem Reap, not far from the Old Market. We offer unforgettable quad biking experience in Cambodian countryside. Come and explore off road tracks, rice fields, forgotten temples and life in local communities with our team of professional guides and mechanics. Cambodia Quad Bike caters for individuals, families, small groups and corporate events. All our bikes are fully automatic making them easy to ride and use.

8. Guided Bicycle Tours – Grasshopper Adventures

A brand new bike and boat tour up the Mekong River, from Saigon to Siem Reap. This special tour is open to cycling and non-cycling partners or friends. Each morning both cyclists and non-cyclists will embark on crafted adventures through the Mekong Delta and the Cambodian countryside, followed by a relaxing afternoon sailing up the Mekong on a classic riverboat.